OneTrust’s mission is to enable innovation through the responsible use of data and AI. We believe that ensuring data is trusted shouldn’t slow teams down—it should accelerate what’s possible. This led us to develop the first technology platform for responsible data use in 2016. Today, with AI representing the latest and most impactful expansion of data yet, OneTrust is once again redefining what responsible innovation looks like. OneTrust, the AI‑Ready Governance Platform™, unifies regulatory intelligence, automation, and connected governance workflows so businesses can continue to move at the speed of AI while ensuring good governance to prevent data misuse at scale. Trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, OneTrust is shaping the future where trusted data becomes a transformative force for business and society.
The Challenge
Due to increased customer demand for the OneTrust platform, we are hiring a Lead Corporate Counsel/Commercial Contracts Attorney who will provide transactional support for the business. This person will also provide legal advice and counsel to internal clients at all levels on compliance and commercial matters, support day-to-day initiatives and long-term strategies of OneTrust.
Your Mission
Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including software licensing, support services, and nondisclosure agreements
Understand key IP, commercial, finance and HR requirements
Keep up-to-date on applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance
Drive compliance in day-to-day sales activities, including providing training
Assist with legal department projects as assigned
Mentor other Contracts Specialists or Corporate Counsel
Participate in hiring process for Legal team
You Are
An excellent communicator with all levels of an organization, including executive leadership
An excellent project manager and able to take ownership of stakeholders and solutions
Assertive and able to negotiate complex legal transactions
Able to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced and challenging environment
(US) JD from an accredited U.S. law school required / (UK) Lawyer qualified in a European Jurisdiction
(US) Member of a State Bar in good standing
7+ years of transactional legal experience, preferably in an in-house software or technology company
Native or Fluent (Enter Specific Language Needed) Speaker
Knowledge of US and/or EU privacy/security laws (including CIPP certification)
High volume commercial transactions experience with a software or other technology company, including experience with negotiating licenses and contracts for software and related services
For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington-based candidates: the annual base pay range for this role is listed below. Within this range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including location, job-related skills, work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, equity, and/or commissions, as well as benefits.
We are embracing an office-first culture, encouraging three days a week in office for most roles, with meaningful opportunities to collaborate and celebrate in person.
Each role may have specific requirements or flexibility depending on the scope of the position, so we encourage you to verify this with your recruiter during your first interview.
BenefitsAs an employee at OneTrust, you will be part of the OneTeam. That means you’ll receive support physically, mentally, and emotionally so that you can do your best work both in and out of the office. This includes comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible PTO, equity RSUs, annual performance bonus opportunities, retirement account support, 14+ weeks of paid parental leave, career development opportunities, company-paid privacy certification exam fees, and much more. Specific benefits differ by country. For more information, talk to your recruiter or visit onetrust.com/careers.
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Our Commitment to YouWhen you join OneTrust you are stepping onto a launching pad — the countdown has begun. The destination? A career without boundaries working alongside a diverse and inclusive crew who is passionate about doing meaningful work. As a pioneer, your voice and expertise will help chart the direction of an entirely new category. Our commitment to putting people first starts with you. Your growth is part of the mission. Our goal is to give you the power to embark on the next phase of your uniquely, unique career.
OneTrust provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.
Skills Required
- U.S. Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school, or qualification as a lawyer in a European jurisdiction
- Member of a state bar in good standing for U.S.-based candidates
- 7+ years of transactional legal experience
- Experience in-house at a software or technology company
- Native or fluent speaker of the specified language
- Knowledge of U.S. and/or EU privacy and security laws
- CIPP certification
- High-volume commercial transactions experience with a software or technology company
- Experience negotiating software licenses and contracts for software and related services
OneTrust Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about OneTrust and has not been reviewed or approved by OneTrust.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as a standout benefit, including fully company-paid employee premiums with partial dependent coverage plus dental, vision, telemedicine, and disability coverage. Additional offerings such as fertility treatment coverage, EAP support, and wellness reimbursements reinforce the overall health package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are described as expansive, with unlimited PTO alongside paid holidays, sick time, and paid volunteer time. A companywide recharge week and “work from anywhere” flexibility further strengthen the perceived breadth of leave-related benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is framed as generous, with paid bonding leave for all parents and longer leave for birthing parents, inclusive of adoption and surrogacy. This emphasis on family support appears as a consistent differentiator within the overall rewards package.
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What We Do
OneTrust, the AI-Ready Governance Platform™, enables innovation through the responsible use of data and AI. Trusted by over half of the Fortune 500, we help businesses govern well and move fast, turning responsible data use into a catalyst for growth.
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